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Mouthwatering Sausage Sweet Potatoes Honey Garlic

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Dig into that sweet-and-savory combo: caramelized sausage meets soft sweet potatoes, all covered in sticky honey garlic goodness. Olive oil brings everything together while it cooks, blending those tasty flavors. You’ll notice hints of soy, garlicky warmth, and smoky paprika, all soaking into the potatoes and sausage. Right before serving, sprinkle on chopped parsley for a splash of green and a little freshness. It’s quick to toss together, so you can make it after a long day and still have something really comforting on the table everyone digs.

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Lindsey
Created By Lindsey
Last updated on Fri, 11 Jul 2025 18:01:18 GMT
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Juicy sausage tossed with soft sweet potatoes and covered in a glossy honey garlic sauce—this meal comes together fast but still feels kinda special and super comforting. You just need one pan, so cleanup is easy and the flavors get a chance to really blend together.

I threw this together one evening when I was wiped out after work and couldn't believe how much everyone enjoyed it. Now if friends are over, they're always asking how I made it.

Tasty Ingredients

  • Fresh parsley: Chopped and sprinkled on top just before you eat really livens everything up—curly or flat work
  • Salt and pepper to taste: Give it a try before serving and add more if your sausage needs it
  • Paprika: One teaspoon, smoky or sweet, gives a gentle kick and a really nice red color
  • Olive oil: A tablespoon helps everything crisp up—go for extra virgin if you want more flavor
  • Soy sauce or tamari for gluten free: Two tablespoons for that deep rich taste—try low sodium if you'd rather
  • Garlic: Three cloves, chopped up—fresh is best, but pre-chopped works too
  • Honey: Quarter cup—makes things sticky and a little sweet, raw honey if you want more flavor
  • Sweet potatoes: Two big ones, peeled and diced—look for smooth, firm ones
  • Sausage: One pound of Italian or chicken—go for herby or spicy, whatever sounds good

Simple Instructions

Scatter on Parsley Before Serving:
When everything's ready, pull off the lid and toss on some chopped parsley. It just brightens things up before you dig in.
Let It All Simmer:
Turn down the heat, put the lid on, and let everything hang out for about 10 minutes. Keep an eye on it and give it a stir once or twice so nothing sticks. You're done when the sweet potatoes feel soft and the sauce has thickened up.
Dump in the Sauce Mix:
Make a quick sauce in a little bowl with honey, garlic, soy sauce, paprika, salt and pepper. Mix it up, then pour straight over your sausage and sweet potatoes in the pan.
Add Sweet Potatoes:
Once the sausage looks good, toss in the diced sweet potatoes. Let them cook with the sausage for about five minutes, giving them a stir now and then for even browning.
Sear the Sausage:
Pour your oil into a big skillet and heat it on medium. Toss in the sausage pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning to brown both sides and get that nice flavor started.
Start With the Potatoes:
Peel your sweet potatoes and cut them into cubes—keep 'em about the same size so they all cook evenly.
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Ways To Store

Pop any extra into a sealed container in your fridge—it'll be good for three days. Want to prep ahead? Freeze single servings for up to two months. Warm it up gently on the stove or in your microwave; add a little water if the sauce tightened up.

Try These Swaps

If you don't have regular sausage handy, go with turkey sausage or crank up the flavor with chorizo. Missing sweet potatoes? Use butternut squash or ordinary potatoes as a stand-in. Veggie folks can swap in smoked tofu or your favorite plant-based sausage as long as it gets a good brown.

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How To Serve

This is enough to eat by itself, but I sometimes spoon it over steamed rice to make it stretch a bit. A fresh green salad or some extra veggies roasted on the side round it out. Leftovers are awesome rolled up in a wrap for lunch.

Behind The Dish

Even if this isn't a classic from any one place, these ingredients show up everywhere in comfort foods around the world. Pairing sausage with sweet potatoes is something you'll spot in lots of kitchens, especially in Europe and the US, just suited to what's in season. My family can't get enough of the salty-sweet vibe, especially when the weather turns cooler.

Common Questions

→ Which sausage goes well here?

Chicken or Italian sausage both match up great with sweet potatoes. Want something lighter? Grab turkey sausage instead.

→ What if I don't have sweet potatoes?

You can switch in butternut squash or use regular potatoes instead. Just check them as they cook since the time may change.

→ How can I tell when the sweet potatoes are ready?

Once you can poke them easily with a fork after about 10 minutes, they’re good. If they’re still a bit hard, let them go a touch longer.

→ Does this keep well for meal prep?

Yep! Chill leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days. Or stash in the freezer and reheat within 2 months.

→ What should I sprinkle on top?

Go for chopped parsley first. You could swap in green onions or toss some chili flakes over everything for a kick.

Sausage Sweet Potato Honey Garlic

Tender sweet potatoes and hearty sausage get tossed in a sticky honey garlic coating for a filling, fuss-free dinner.

Preparation Time
10 Minutes
Cooking Time
20 Minutes
Overall Time
30 Minutes
Created By: Lindsey

Recipe Type: Main Courses

Skill Level: Beginner-Friendly

Type of Cuisine: American

Serves: 4 Portions

Diet Preferences: Free of Dairy

What You'll Need

→ Main Ingredients

01 1 pound of chicken or Italian sausage
02 2 big sweet potatoes, peeled then chopped into cubes
03 1/4 cup honey
04 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
05 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
06 1 tablespoon olive oil
07 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 Salt—just enough for your taste
09 A bit of black pepper
10 Fresh parsley (chopped) for topping

Step-by-Step Directions

Step 01

Sprinkle chopped parsley on top right before you eat.

Step 02

Dump in your honey garlic sauce, mix it all up, cover the skillet, and let it cook on low-medium until the sweet potatoes get soft (should take about 10 minutes).

Step 03

Mix honey, garlic, soy sauce or tamari, paprika, salt, and some pepper in a small bowl. Just whisk them together until smooth.

Step 04

Toss your sweet potato cubes into the same pan. Stir it all up. Let that cook another 5 minutes.

Step 05

Pour olive oil into a big skillet on medium heat. Pop in the sausage pieces and cook them around until they're golden, about 5 or 7 minutes.

Step 06

Peel your sweet potatoes. Cut them up into cubes that are more or less the same size.

Helpful Notes

  1. Toss leftovers in a tight container in the fridge for three days or freeze for a couple of months.
  2. Switch things up—try swapping in turkey sausage or use butternut squash if you want.

Essential Tools

  • Big skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp chef's knife
  • Bowl for mixing
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups

Allergen Warnings

Always review the ingredient labels for allergens or consult a healthcare professional with concerns.
  • You'll find soy in the soy sauce—swap it for tamari if you want to skip the gluten.

Nutritional Info (Per Portion)

Nutritional values are approximations and shouldn’t be viewed as customized health guidance.
  • Calories: 465
  • Fat Content: 22 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 42 grams
  • Protein Content: 20 grams